As a freshman in 2020, Hunter took a redshirt due to a shoulder injury. In 2021, he totaled21receptions for 388 yards and a touchdown in nine games for the Golden Bears. In 2022, Hunter tallied 60 receptions for 965 yards and five touchdowns for California. In week14 of the 2023 season, he hauled in eight receptions for 101 yards and two touchdowns versus UCLA. During the 2023 season, Hunter notched 63 receptions for 731 yards and a career-high seven touchdowns for the Golden Bears. After the season, he entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.